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2 Kreuzers - George Frederick II
| Silver | 0.9 g | 17.4 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | George Frederick II (Georg Friedrich II) (1692-1703) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1693-1696 |
| Value | 2 Kreuzers (1⁄36) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 17.4 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#201318 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with value 2, date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAG.PR.D.BVR.NO.PR.HALB.M.C.*
Edge
Plain
Comment
Mintmaster PG - Paul GrillInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Kreuzers coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of George Frederick II, who was a member of the House of Hohenzollern and ruled the Margraviate from 1693 to 1696. During his reign, the Margraviate was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. Despite these challenges, the 2 Kreuzers coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, and its silver content made it a valuable and sought-after coin among merchants and traders.
